April 1

First Responders

“Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord (Jeremiah 1:8).

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Song: “Mighty to Save”

Paramedics, firefighters, police officers. These are the people who run toward tragedy, while the rest of us hightail it the other way. They are known as “first responders” because they are the first to come when catastrophe strikes. They put their lives on the line in order to save, retrieve, and rescue others. They offer medication, safe transport, protection, and help to all who call.

In today’s verse we are told that we do not need to be afraid, because God is with us and will rescue us. The verse does not say, God will prevent anything bad from happening to us. It does not say we will never get sick, or hurt, or be in danger. It does promise, however, that when we need rescuing, He will be there. He is the ultimate first responder. He is ready to offer whatever is needed to all who call on Him: To the hurt—He offers hope; To the sick— healing; To the lonely—comfort; and to the terrified—peace.

When you are in need, call to the one who always hears, always cares, and always responds. He will be with you and He will rescue you.

Father God, thank You for hearing me when I call, and coming to my rescue. Thank You that I do not have to be afraid. Thank You for always responding. Amen.

April 1–7. Kim Biasotto lives in Wilmington, Delaware, with her wonderful husband. Her goal in writing and speaking is to inspire others not simply to exist—but to thrive.